Welcome to the Better Denver Bond Program Website 2009 First Quarter Report Download the 2009 Q1 Report outlining the progress of the Better Denver Program The Better Denver Program  is a comprehensive effort to invest in the enhancement of many city facilities that touch our lives, as well as the construction of new city facilities.   In 2007, Denver’s citizens passed the ballot initiatives that established this program and its bond financing; to make a better Denver for everyone.  Through this program, we will improve, preserve, renovate and build new roads, libraries, parks, hospitals, public safety facilities, cultural facilities and more.   Over 215 projects are slated for design and construction.  The City of Denver is committed to delivering these projects in record time (4-5 years), so that most projects are completed by 2011.

Westwood Early Learning Center Groundbreaking Preschoolers from West Denver joined Mayor John Hickenlooper, District 3 City Councilman Paul Lopez, child advocates and Better Denver Bond Program leaders and contractors on June 18, 2009 to celebrate completion of bond-funded improvements at three City-owned child care centers.   The group also broke ground on a major expansion of the City’s Westwood Early Learning Center. Together, the centers serve children from low-income families in the Five Points, Cole, Lowry and Westwood neighborhoods of Denver.   “At a time when work in the private sector has slowed or halted, these bond-funded improvements are boosting economic activity and creating and maintaining jobs for Denver families,” Hickenlooper said. “With these particular projects, the Bond Program is benefiting our community – and especially our children – by improving the learning environment at these facilities.”   Read more...

Doing Business with the City

Companies and businesses are invited to explore doing business with City of Denver - Better Denver Bond Program During these challenging economic times the City and the Better Denver Program would like companies to be aware of these bond work opportunities. Read more here for guidance and tips on bidding and contracts with the city, and for a listing of anticipated timeframes for request for proposals for professional services and construction work for Bond Projects.  Additionally we have included information on meeting requirements for Minority/Small Business participation goals.   City Projects Currently Advertised for Bid & Proposals  - Contract Administration  (http://www.denvergov.org/DPW_Contract_Admin) Anticipated Solicitations for Bids / Advertisements on Bond Projects (Professional Services & Construction) Contracts Administration FAQ Bids Proposals Pre-Quals Common errors for Minority/Small Business Participation - Professional Services Common errors for Minority/Small Business Participation - Construction

Green Bits & Tips   The Better Denver Program is committed to being green.  Learn more about Better Denver's sustainable approach.   There are many ways that you too can be environmentally responsible in your home or at your business. Consider the tip below and check back periodically for new ideas, or follow the links below to get connected to other entities who specialize in sustainability.   Did you know...    A $10 water-saving shower-head can reduce water consumption up to 70 percent? View the Greenprint Denver Climate Action Plan